[exleardriver]

from the controller perspective, the field meets basic vfr for class d: the visibility is good and the ceiling is above 1,000' agl. what they don't always take into account is your requirement in their controlled airspace to be able to meet the cloud clearance requirement set forth in 91.155(a). if you as the pilot cannot knowingly meet this requirement and wish to fly, your alternatives were the svfr clearance, which was denied or to request a clearance to vfr-on-top, climb through the cloud layer, cancel once on top and proceed vfr to an airport clear of clouds. you may have to explain this requirement to the class d ground controller. ask me how i know..